1. India signs the Final Act of the Riyadh Design Law Treaty (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2077272®=3&lang=1 ) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The Riyadh Design Law Treaty, adopted by WIPO members, aims to streamline global industrial design protection, fostering innovation and inclusivity. India’s participation underscores its commitment to empowering startups, SMEs, and designers through improved…
1. ISRO to Launch ESA’s Proba-3 Mission for Groundbreaking Study of the Sun’s Corona (Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 18) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is set to launch the European Space Agency’s (ESA) Proba-3 mission on December 4 from Sriharikota. This groundbreaking mission will study…
1. Global Push to End Plastic Pollution: Nations Meet in Korea for Final Treaty Negotiations (Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 12) Topic: GS3 – Environment Context: The article discusses the ongoing negotiations among 170 nations to finalize a legally binding global treaty to combat plastic pollution and its environmental and health impacts. Analysis of…
1. A lake ecosystem gasping for breath (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 9) Topic: GS3 – Environment – Environmental pollution and degradation Context Ashtamudi Lake, a Ramsar site in Kerala, faces severe pollution from untreated sewage, plastic waste, and sedimentation. This has led to biodiversity loss, algal blooms, and declining…
1. Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty Launched at G20 Summit: Aimed at Eradicating Hunger and Poverty by 2030 (Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 11) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice Context: The article discusses the launch of the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty at the G20 Summit, highlighting its mission to eliminate global…
1. Climate change is the biggest disruptor in aquaculture: FAO (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS3 – Environment – Climate change Context The FAO has highlighted the challenges posed by climate change to India’s aquaculture and fishing sectors, emphasising reduced ocean productivity and shifting fish compositions. It urged…
1. Is imposing tariffs on Chinese imports a good idea? (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – International Relations, GS3 – Indian Economy Context Donald Trump, as U.S. President-elect, proposed tariffs of up to 60% on Chinese imports to address the U.S. trade deficit with China and counter…
1. Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty: A Bold Step Toward Phasing Out Fossil Fuels for a Sustainable Future (Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 11) Topic: GS3 – Environment GS2 – International Relations Context: The proposal for a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty (FF-NPT) seeks to address the climate crisis by drawing parallels between the existential threats…
1. New infectious diseases among bees threaten world’s economies (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS3 – Environment Context Insect pollinators are vital for global agricultural productivity, with over 75% of crops depending on them. However, threats like habitat loss, climate change, and emerging diseases are endangering both managed…
1. India says climate finance is not an ‘investment goal’ (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 1, Page No. – 5 ) Topic: GS2 – International Relations, GS3 – Environment Context At COP29 in Baku, India emphasised equitable climate finance, urging developed nations to fulfil their obligations under the Paris Agreement…